The Walk Humbly Podcast

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, and we all remember Neil Armstrong’s famous words, “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” So too in our faith lives, as Jesus calls us to take “one small step” closer to Him every day.

Our nation is seriously ill, and needs a cure. We must address the seemingly constant acts of senseless violence in our communities. We must also analyze the symptoms and heal the disease. The cure is found in Christ Jesus.

In this episode, Bishop Burbidge discusses: This Sunday is World Day for Migrants and Refugees, Questions University of Mary Washington students had for him, Catholic hospital is sued for not violating Church teaching, Grisly discovery in basement of abortionist’s home, and Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Catholic Church celebrates 40th anniversary!

What can we do when our lives seem to be a constant series of tasks to check off a to-do list? Bishop Burbidge talks about how taking a moment of silence with Jesus every day will help give you the strength to do all that you need to accomplish.

As humans, we often expect to get what we want when we want it, but we have to trust that God’s will is greater than our expectations. If we have confidence in the Lord, then there is no such thing as an unanswered prayer.

This week, as we mark the 18th anniversary of 9/11, we remember the tragedy that left an indelible mark on our society, and especially the brave men and women whose acts of heroism on that day and the days after leave an example for us all.

As we celebrate Labor Day this week, we recall how this great country was built on the shoulders of the men and women who came before us.

This week's episode of the Walk Humbly Podcast includes Governor’s appointee resigns, Labor Day reflection, Back to School, and more

Sometimes we need to shed useless material things, and other times it may be old behaviors and patterns of living that hold us back from following the Lord without reservation. What is God asking you to leave behind so you keep your priorities in order and travel lightly?

This is Bishop Michael Burbidge of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington. Each day the Lord says to us, “follow Me.” We say “yes” but at times obstacles get in our way.

In this week’s episode of the Walk Humbly Podcast: ESPN highlights Sister Rose Marie’s story of going from professional basketball player to cloistered religious sister. Bishop Burbidge responds to the tragic shootings in El Paso and Dayton. Pope Francis writes a letter of encouragement to priests amidst the child sex abuse crisis. Bishop Burbidge also talks about why he chooses to use Twitter everyday to connect with the faithful.

By His example and through Sacred Scripture, Jesus provides all of us the perfect roadmap. The journey of life is bumpy at times…we may get sidetracked, and there will be detours along the way. But when these challenges occur, always remember that by reconnecting with God through prayer and reconciliation, He will set us straight, correct our compass, and lead us to our final destination--life with Him, now and forever.

Jesus tells us to avoid all forms of hypocrisy. We begin by recognizing all that we have comes from God. Humility also helps as we must ensure that we do the right things for the right reasons, whether in daylight or darkness, in the company of others or alone.

Bishop Burbidge shares his thoughts on 13 new seminarians for our growing Diocese. The Arlington Catholic Herald is transitioning from a weekly to a biweekly newspaper, with a new focus and plan. News reports indicate that the U.S. refugee program might be shut down. Hear Bishop Burbidge’s response and learn about the refugees our Diocese resettles in northern VA.

In this week’s episode of the Walk Humbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge discusses his recent visit to the Memphis Civil Rights Museum, supporting priests after their ordination, Quo Vadis, and upcoming visits to Arlington Detention Center and Inova Hospital.